The Warrnambool Bridal Expo is hoping Sunday's event will help the south-west wedding industry bounce back after the coronavirus pandemic.
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The bridal industry was one of the hardest hit with couples having to cancel their nuptials, sometimes multiple times, as strict gathering limits were enforced.
Expo organiser Jessica Griffey said 44 exhibitors would show their products and services to eager brides and grooms-to-be.
"Our expo got cancelled last year with COVID so it's exciting to be back," she said.
"This year's different with lots of extra boxes to tick to get it over line. We have had to jump through lots of hoops to get the expo off the ground, but finally it's going to happen.
"Our exhibitors will be showcasing every aspect of a wedding; bridal gowns, marquees, pop-up bars, photographers; the works.
"They've been a few previous exhibitors who would normally exhibit, who aren't doing weddings anymore and have found full-time work in other industries which is sad.
"But most of the exhibitors know the next season will be pretty crazy so they're keen to be there and catch the market."
The Warrnambool Bridal Expo will run two sessions; 10am - 12pm and 12pm - 2pm on Sunday at The Emmanuel Centre.
Tickets must be bought before the event via Eventbrite.
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